Melusar - Sardarshahar, Churu
Melusar is a village situated in the Sardarshahar tehsil of Churu district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sardarshahar and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Churu. Melusar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Melusar is 070375. The village covers a total geographical area of 4062.1 hectares and falls under the 331304 pincode. Sardarshahar is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Melusar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sardarshahar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Churu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Melusar
As per Census 2011, Melusar village has a total population of 3,852 people, consisting of 1,936 males and 1,916 females. The village has 631 households and a sex ratio of 989 females per 1,000 males. There are 708 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,895 literate and 1,957 illiterate residents. Additionally, 732 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Melusar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,852 | 1,936 | 1,916 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 708 | 357 | 351 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 732 | 375 | 357 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | - | 4 |
| Literate Population | 1,895 | 1,154 | 741 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,957 | 782 | 1,175 |
Nearby Villages of Melusar
Melusar is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Balal | North | 3.77 km |
| Jorawarpura | South-West | 4.34 km |
| Charsar | South-West | 5.21 km |
| Phogabas Asalwas | West | 5.59 km |
| Jalpan Sharki | North-West | 5.71 km |
| Bhaleri | East | 5.95 km |
| Rajas | North | 6.79 km |
| Retana | North | 6.99 km |
| Maharawansar | South | 7.10 km |
| Phogabas Bhogan | North-West | 7.24 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Melusar
Melusar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sardarshahr, while the nearest airport is Hissar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 104.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sardarshahar to Melusar is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Churu to Melusar is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Melusar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Melusar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Melusar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Melusar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Melusar
Where is Melusar located?
Melusar village is located in Sardarshahar Tehsil, Churu district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Melusar?
Melusar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Melusar?
The pincode of Melusar is 331304.
What is the population of Melusar?
Melusar has a total population of 3,852, including 1,936 males and 1,916 females.
How many households are there in Melusar?
There are 631 households in Melusar.
What is the literacy rate in Melusar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Melusar is 49.20%. Male literacy is 59.61% and female literacy is 38.67%.